Jim Gaffigans wife recovering after brain tumour surgery

Los Angeles, May 3 (PTI) Comedian Jim Gaffigans writer wife Jeannie is on the road to recovery from brain tumour after she recently underwent a surgery.

In a Facebook post, the 50-year-old actor revealed his wife is doing well after the life-threatening tumour around her brain stem was removed.

"Two weeks ago an MRI revealed @jeanniegaffigan had a large tumour around her brain stem that was life-threatening. After nine hours of urgent surgery the tumour was completely removed. She is now recovering at home. We thank you for your continued prayers," wrote Gaffigan.